Rick and Deann Bayless opened Topolobampo in 1989, a few years after opening Frontera Grill.
At Topolobampo, he distills Fontera's explosive flavors into a Michelin starred, fine dining atmosphere. The MICHELIN inspectors’ point of view, information on prices, types of cuisine and opening hours on the MICHELIN Guide's official website She is the quiet, sleek, classy sister. Topolobampo, specializes in authentic regional cuisine served in an elegant, upscale setting. Two years later the Baylesses launched fine-dining Topolobampo in a room off one side of Frontera. Topolobampo is more upscale and more of a dinner destination, whereas Frontera Grill is more casual but fun. At Topolobampo, he distills Fontera's explosive flavors into a Michelin starred, fine dining atmosphere.

Frontera, Bayless's flagship restaurant, serves thoughtfully prepared, regional Mexican dishes that strike the perfect balance to salty, smoky, sweet, spicy, and rich.

I'm looking for a party of 7 so I THINK Frontera Grill would do a …

Topolobampo is a white-tablecloth restaurant, while the grill is more casual, with tile floors and banquettes.

Cost $180 for two people (approx. The Baylesses have explored the Mexican countryside, searching out the most authentic regional dishes.

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The elegant sister restaurant to Rick Bayless's Frontera Grill. Rated 4.2/5. If you do not see what you are looking for, please call us for further information.

Topolobampo is more sophisticated in decor than Bayless ' Frontera Grill. Frontera Grill and Topolobampo are adjacent to each other and share the same bar area.

)for Dinner Menu $85 for two people (approx. Topolobampo – a 1 Star MICHELIN restaurant in the 2020 MICHELIN Guide Chicago.

Topolobampo is more expensive, certainly. Join the discussion today.

If Frontera rocks and claps, Topolo slinks. Good food, colorful decor – Frontera Grill is an enjoyable restaurant.

Two years later the Baylesses launched fine-dining Topolobampo in a room off one side of Frontera.
Street food trio: duck carnitas memelas (masa cake), cheese enchilada, shredded beef sopes. Frontera Grill is a different story, because they hold most of the dining room open for walk-in customers, and only accept a handful of reservations over the phone. If Frontera rocks and claps, Topolo slinks. Frontera Grill is always a madhouse so expect to wait. Rick and Deann Bayless opened Topolobampo in 1989, a few years after opening Frontera Grill.

Includes the menu, 4 reviews, 4 photos, and 50 dishes from Frontera Grill & Topolobampo. Serves New Mexican. Topolobampo, Chicago, IL. She’s also the more daring one.

Chris Roberts January 20, 2016. Frontera is over hyped and tends to be noisy, lively, and I don't think great food. Known for A refined take on dishes from every corner of Mexico by Rick Bayless..